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5 DAY 4WD Red Centre Camping Safari

This fantastic 4WD camping safari is for those who want to experience the colours and nature of Australia's real outback.

Over 5 days you will go beyond the famous icons and have an experience you'll never forget. This is THE trip to do in the Northern Territory - make the time!

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Tour Prices


1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008
Adult $860
Child $688
Single Tent - Adults only: $1060
All prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST)
Child Policy Children 0-5 unable to travel, Children 6-14 years of age 20% Discount
Discounts *Specials: Book a tour from this Sahara Adventures site and receive a 5% earlybird discount
* VIP, YHA & Student Discounts Available

Tour Departs

July-October: Daily
November-June: Mon, Tue. Thu, Sat and Sun only.

Alice Springs at approx. 6.30am - Daily OR
Yulara Resort (Ayers Rock Resort) and Ayers Rock Airport (No later than 1.30pm)

Tour Finishes Alice Springs at approx. 6.30pm
Max People
24 seater Isuzu All Terrain Vehicle or similar
What to Bring

Towel, pillow, water bottle, torch (flashlight), toiletries & items of personal nature, hat, closed, sturdy walking shoes (essential), open footwear (optional), sunscreen, flynet, camera & film, warm clothing in winter months, wet weather gear.

Our vehicles have limited space therefore we need to keep luggage to a minimum. (i.e. a soft small bag). Passengers on tours that include air transfer need to observe strict luggage limitations maximum 16kgs.

What's Included
Guide/Driver, Motel/Hotel transfers, camping equipment at our permanent safari camp (tents, off the ground camp beds, sleeping bags/sheets), camp fees, toilet/shower facilities.
All entrance fees including Uluru / Kata Tjuta park entry fees.
Meals as indicated - *vegetarian meals provided by prior request*.
Fitness Level Hikes up to 8km. Medium fitness is required
Facilities On Tour
Hot/cold showers, toilets, permanent camps with campbeds in large 2 man tents already erected.
Trip Highlights Sunset and sunrise at Uluru, The Lost City and Garden of Eden, Mystical Kata Tjuta, Hiking treks through spectacular gorges, A visit to Aboriginal Community, Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, Exploration of Palm Valley, Macdonnell Ranges and Glen Helen Gorge
Tour Code
Sahara/SO5
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. A World Heritage Living Cultural Landscape. This image supplied by Sahara Adventures. This image is shown in the promotion of the Aboriginal Cultural landscape in compl. Cl 4.2 (Uluru. N.P)
Kings Canyon
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Day 1.

Alice Springs to Yulara
Departing Alice Springs, we head south, stopping for a short visit at the Outback Camel Farm and then heading straight to our Yulara permanent campsite.
The afternoon is spent exploring Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), before travelling to Uluru (Ayers Rock) to take in a spectacular sunset. Later we return to camp for a traditional Aussie meal. After dinner, relax around the camp, under the huge, starry desert skies.
Ayers Rock Resort Permanent Campsite
(Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 2.

Yulara to Kings Creek
It's an early rise today for an exciting morning with breathtaking views of sunrise at Uluru (Ayers Rock), a World Heritage listed area. Join your knowledgeable guide for a base tour of Uluru, exploring ancient caves where Aboriginal paintings can be seen.
A fascinating time learning about the oldest culture in the world. This afternoon, travel through red sand dune & desert oak country to Kings Creek Cattle Station where optional activities are abundant. Tonight, try a traditional "camp oven" dinner, cooked in the coals of the fire.
Kings Creek Permanent Campsite
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 3.

Kings Creek to Glen Helen - Today we explore breathtaking Kings Canyon. There is no rush as we hike around the canyon rim viewing sites like the "Lost City" and the "Garden of Eden".
After a picnic lunch, we head off on the famous Mereenie Loop Road towards the MacDonnell Ranges. Another great scenic campsite tonight - close to a beautiful freshwater swimming hole, at picturesque Glen Helen Gorge.
Glen Helen Permanent Campsite
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 4.

Glen Helen to Wallace Rockhole
An exciting day spent exploring many of the gorges & waterholes in this area. See Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge, Ellery Creek, Standley Chasm and more!
There are great walks to explore and in summer you can take a swim to cool off. Late afternoon, we end up at Wallace Rockhole Aboriginal Community, our overnight camp. Before dinner, visit the rockhole to view Aboriginal rock art and to learn about Aboriginal culture (seasonal).
Wallace Rockhole Permanent Campsite
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)

Day 5.

Wallace Rockhole to Alice Springs
Real 4WD touring today as we drive through Finke Gorge National Park into Palm Valley. Dry riverbeds and uneven tracks make the journey an adventure in itself.
The effort is well worth it when you see the park's rough red gorges and view ancient stands of palm trees and cycads. We'll have a picnic and do some hiking here before returning to Alice Springs later in the day, arriving approximately. 6.30pm.
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1)

Notes:

General Tour Information About -Tour Guides - Vehicles - Camping Equipment - Campground Facilities - Campground Facilities - Passenger Involvement - Walking Distances and Programs - Passenger Fitness Level - Food - What Is Included - What Is Not Included - What To Bring - Insurance - Conditions of Travel

Coachh & tour group in front of Uluru Ayers Rock
Ayers Rock Resort camp site and BBQ
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Notes: * Pickup Starting tour from Ayers Rock from either Yulara Resort (Ayers Rock Resort) and Ayers Rock Airport (No later than 1.30pm). Client will miss Camel Farm. No refund.
Seasons:
Climate Summer: (Oct - Mar) hot days, warm nights
Climate Winter: (Apr - Sept) warm days, cold nights
Mar-May Jun-Aug Sept-Nov Dec-Feb
Min: 12.8 Min: 5.1 Min:14.2 Min: 20.6
Max: 27.8 Max: 20.5 Max: 30.3 Max: 37.0
Winter - Warm clothing is essential
Note Itinerary: In winter months Day one and two maybe reversed due to shorter daylight hours.
National Parks:
Some activities within Australia's National parks are dependant on the weather and observance of cultural traditions, therefore itineraries are subject to change.
Medical: Tours are to remote areas and there is quite a lot of hiking involved. Passengers should be of reasonable health and fitness and be carrying all required medication.
Booking Terms
Full Payment is required for this tour at the time of booking.
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What to bring on your camping tour
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This camping tour caters for those on a limited budget but still wanting to travel in a small group (10 - 24 passengers). It is designed for those who are looking for adventure and who want to experience the beauty of Central Australia whilst enjoying the reward of camping and meeting new friends. Although there is no hard work on the camping tour it's success does rely on the participation of all the passengers to help with cooking, collecting firewood etc. Passengers considering this tours should be in good health, young at heart and be prepared to experience an unforgettable camping adventure.

About us - 'Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals'
incorporating www.australia4tours.com group of websites

As one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari, sightseeing, charter, tour and selfdrive specialists
"Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals" a Darwin Travel Agent License Number NT 094. Incorporating www.australia4tours.com, www.kakaduayersrocktours.com and www.australia4wheeldriverentals.com. We seek out tours from only experienced tour companies to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park.

From the tropical Top End to the spiritual heart of the Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife - then onto Adelaide and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia. Our experienced staff have collectively over 30 years in the travel industry will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers.

Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals
Australia Business Number 54 561 356 425
Australian NT Licensed Travel Agent No. 094
Tel:International 0061 (0) 8 89 453 338 Fax: International 0061 (0) 8 89 455 507
Mobile: International +61 400 278958

Email: info@australia4tours.com

341 McMillans Road, Anula, Darwin, Northern Territory 0812, Australia
Postal address for correspondence: P.O.Box 3410, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia 0801
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MISSION STATEMENT

As one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari specialists "Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals"
(incorporating www.australia4tours.com) , we seek out tours to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. From the sunny tropical Top End in it's dry and spectacular wet season's to the spiritual heart of the sandy Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife and incredable flora - then onto Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia.

Our experienced staff will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers across Australia with backpackers camping safaris to one day sight seeing coach trips, ecotourisim adventure camping safaris in Kakadu National Park and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from Alice Springs and Ayers Rock Resort (Uluru) in Northern Territory including learning about Aboriginal culture.